Here are the must-know information you need to know regarding conjunctivitis:

 Conjunctivitis can sound alarming; however, this common eye problem is generally easy to treat, and with a few simple precautions, in most cases it can even be avoided.


Anyone can get conjunctivitis, however, preschoolers, schoolchildren, college students, teachers and those who work in day care centers are more likely to be affected by the different contagious types of conjunctivitis due to the closeness that occurs in the classroom with other people.



What is conjunctivitis?

Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the thin transparent covering of the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelids (the conjunctiva).


Despite being transparent, the conjunctiva contains blood vessels that line the sclera (white part) of the eye.


Any agent that triggers inflammation will cause the blood vessels in the conjunctiva to dilate, causing red, bloodshot eyes.


What Causes Conjunctivitis?

The main types of conjunctivitis, according to their cause, are:


Viral conjunctivitis. Caused by a virus, like a simple cold. This type of conjunctivitis is very contagious, but it usually goes away on its own in a few days, without the need for medical treatment.


Bacterial conjunctivitis. Caused by bacteria, this type of conjunctivitis can cause serious damage to the eye if it is not treated.


Allergic conjunctivitis. Caused by eye irritants such as pollen, dust, animal dander in susceptible individuals. Allergic conjunctivitis can be seasonal (pollen) or appear in outbreaks throughout the year (dust and pet dander).


Conjunctivitis symptoms

The main symptom of conjunctivitis is a pink appearance of the eye. The other symptoms depend on the type of conjunctivitis that is contracted:


Viral conjunctivitis. Watery and itchy eyes; sensitivity to light. One or both eyes may be affected. It is highly contagious; it can be spread by coughing or sneezing.


Bacterial conjunctivitis. A yellowish or yellowish-green and sticky discharge is observed at the inner corner of the eye. In some cases, this discharge can be so abundant that it causes the eyelids to stick together when you wake up. One or both eyes may be affected. It is contagious (usually through direct contact with infected hands or items that have touched the eye).


Allergic conjunctivitis. Tearing, burning, itchy eyes; it can be accompanied by runny and stuffy nose, as well as sensitivity to light. Both eyes are affected. It is not contagious.


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Treatment of conjunctivitis

As you might expect, treatment also depends on the type of conjunctivitis contracted:


Viral conjunctivitis. In most cases, viral conjunctivitis will run its course over a period of a few days without the need for medical treatment. A home remedy is to apply cold wet cloths to the eyes several times a day to relieve symptoms. (Due to the highly contagious nature of this type of conjunctivitis, be sure not to share these cloths with other people!)


Bacterial conjunctivitis. Your optometrist or ophthalmologist will usually prescribe antibiotic eye drops or ointments to treat bacterial conjunctivitis.


Allergic conjunctivitis. Anti-allergy drugs often help prevent or shorten outbreaks of allergic conjunctivitis. Sometimes it is necessary to start this treatment before the season of allergies or allergy flares begins. Consult your doctor for details.


It can often be difficult to tell the type of conjunctivitis from the symptoms alone (or if other eye problems or underlying health conditions are causing the symptoms)..

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